ATLANTA (March 29, 2012) – Legislation that will create a mechanism to determine the continued need and existence of state-run programs and agencies has passed its final legislative test with the approval of a Senate substitute by the Georgia House of Representatives. HB 456 passed on the last day of the 2012 Legislative Session and will now travel to Governor Deal for signature into law. The bill was carried in the Senate by Sen. Judson Hill (R-Marietta), a long-time supporter of the measure.